CeeD in partnership with the North of Scotland KTP Centre, are hosting Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) – Opportunities and Success Stories on Thursday 30th November 2023 at the Amphitheatre, Sir Ian Wood Building, Robert Gordon University, Garthdee Road, Aberdeen AB10 7GJ from 9:30am for registration, starting at 10am and closing by 11:45am.
Innovation can be key to accelerate a business to the next level. A company may have an innovative idea or challenge that they believe will lead to increased productivity and business growth, but they lack the skills or expertise to develop it. A Knowledge Transfer Partnership may be the perfect solution. Having run for almost 50 years, the KTP is a leading Innovate UK program to help businesses to improve their competitiveness and productivity through better use of knowledge, technology, and skills. A KTP will link a company to a knowledge base (either a university or a Research Organisation) and a capable graduate or postgraduate who will be recruited to deliver the project, guided by a team of academic experts.
Hear an overview from Kelly Fraser, KTP Centre Manager and about two KTP case studies:
University of Aberdeen / Global Design Innovation
Project description: To develop a software tool that automatically recognises equipment from laser scans of production plants. Processing terabytes of scan data automatically will yield massive savings in engineering time and enable new products and services such as verifying a whole plant design.
Robert Gordon University / Harper UK
Project description: Design a novel remote recovery system for the decommissioning of concrete mats from the seabed with the use of baskets to recover to the back deck of an offshore support vessel. The system will eliminate the need for divers, improving Health & Safety outcomes and standardising operational costs.
This year’s Healthy Ageing conference organised by UKRI’s Healthy Ageing Challenge, delivered by Innovate UK and ESRC, will again be held both in-person and online on 13 and 14 Nov, with registration free to all.
Join the conference and the innovative project investments, together with thought leaders, investors, commissioners and policy makers working across geographies, sectors and academic disciplines, for a conference which will share the impact innovation is having around the UK, major research programme insights, alongside providing numerous collaboration and networking opportunities.
This year’s headline theme is ‘Adding Life to Years’ within this context the conference will focus on the 4 areas where innovation is achieving the greatest impact: Care, Work, Staying Active and Housing. It will also bring to life other hot topics that regularly inspire discussion and shared learning including co-production, addressing inequalities, demonstrating impact, and how to support mental health and wellbeing.
The UKRI Healthy Ageing Conference is part of Longevity Week, which runs 13 – 17 November and this year focuses on 100 Minutes of Longevity and the Changing Life Course.
Lochaber Chamber of Commerce brings you Lochaber Ideas Week 2023, a celebration of thought leadership and innovation! World-class thinkers, diversity experts, politicians, and public servants unite to shape Lochaber’s future. Engage in a week of inspiring debates and discussions ranging from The Digital Revolution: AI, Apps & the Future of Business, to Tourism Day to Around Lochaber in 80 Tables and culminating in Lochaber Ideas Week Gala Dinner.
The North East of Scotland’s Premier Business Networking Event is taking place on Wednesday 11th October, 2023, at the Ardoe House Hotel, Aberdeen where you can meet 100’s of local decision makers who have already registered to attend this event.
Designed for decision makers, team leaders, owners, managers and directors from all sizes of business.
What should I expect?
The show features everything you might need for a great day of business. There’s an awesome array of things to do and people to meet. It’s no exaggeration to say that we welcome businesses from all industries and sizes.
1-2-1 Networking
With over 15 years of experience in networking and events, we know how to connect people. Unlike some events, our networking sessions are free to attend all day. We connect you with the kind of in-person connections that make your business tick. With 82% of our delegates being decision-makers, you know you’re in the right company.
Workshops and Seminars
From world-class business leaders to award-winning authors, sporting heroes to captains of industry; we bring you the most insightful and inspiring speakers. We don’t lose sight of our roots and a small business either. We bring the best local experts to each event and keep you connected at every level.
7th Nov | Glasgow Science Centre (+Livestreamed) | Free
800+ Delegates | 40+ Speakers | 20+ Sessions | Support Village
The CAN DO Innovation Summit returns for its fourth year bringing together Scotland’s tech ecosystem to the iconic Glasgow Science Centre, to explore essential tech trends, insights and tools to allow SMEs and Startups across all sectors to keep up and stand out in a tech-driven and virtual future.
From AI and augmented reality to the metaverse and sustainable tech – advances in tech, data and innovation are happening at a rapid pace. Hear how these transformational technologies alongside the right business cultures can help tackle industry and societal challenges.
Book your free ticket today and be inspired by stories and insights from business leaders at the forefront of Scotland’s thriving innovation sectors, as well as global thought-leaders from Glasgow, London, New York including:
- Elena Cochero Director of Emerging Tech at DowJones Live | Globally Recognised Tech Futurist
- Edafe Onerhime, Data Specialist & Global Financial Services Lead | Top Twenty Most Influential Women in Data 2023
- Opé M, Fashion Creative and Futurist | Top 3 Finalist New York AI Fashion Week 2023
- Nick Rosa, Emerging Technologies Innovation Lead, Accenture
- Richard Lochhead MSP, Scottish Government Minister for Small Business, Innovation, Tourism and
- 40+ SME (homegrown and international) business leaders
For more information on speakers and the conference programme visit CAN DO Innovation Summit 2023
Funded by Innovate UK, Scottish Enterprise & Glasgow City Council.
On 31st August at the GRID at Heriot-Watt in Edinburgh an event is taking place to signpost some of the support available locally within Edinburgh to help businesses to unlock growth and success. Discover how the National Library of Scotland, Interface, Edinburgh College and Universities (University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Napier University, Queen Margaret University and Heriot-Watt University) can help, from upskilling, to collaborative funding.
This event is a one-of-a-kind platform where businesses of all shapes and sizes can come together with representatives from renowned universities and stakeholders within the city. This event aims to showcase the valuable resources and expertise available in Edinburgh to businesses, enabling them to thrive in an ever-evolving market landscape.
During this event attendees will also be able to enjoy refreshments and a light breakfast, with ample time dedicated to networking.
Agenda
9.00 Registration & breakfast (tea, coffee, pastries)
9.30 Welcome (HWU) and (ECC)
9.42 Second presentation (National Library)
9.49 Third presentation (University Representative)
9.56 Fourth presentation (Edinburgh College)
10.03 Fifth presentation (Interface)
10.10 Closing Remarks
10.12 Networking
10.30 Close
Louise Arnold of our Business Engagement Team will be presenting on the day on how Interface can help businesses innovate and collaborate.
The Transform Business Festival returns to Aberdeen on 14th November 2023.
Last year, over 300 attended the event at Aberdeen Science Centre with a host of inspirational speakers, educational workshops and more.
This year organisers Elevator and Business Gateway aim to make the #TransformBizFest even bigger and better and as part of Aberdeen’s thriving ecosystem Interface are exhibiting in the Ecosystem Village.
Festival delegates will be able to meet and engage with potential clients, hear from guest speakers, promote their products and services, and celebrate Aberdeen’s thriving ecosystem over the course of the day.
Come along and chat to our very own Gillian Hambley of Interface in the Ecosystem Village.
Find out more about the Transform Business Festival.
CeeD Trading Zone event is coming to Dundee this November, hosted at the Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc (MSIP) on Tuesday 7th November 2023.
“An event to help convert ideas into real, commercially viable products through the power of collaboration.”
This unique one day event is intended to create new business opportunities through partnership working. With each partner able to concentrate on their core competences, we believe that organisations can significantly increase the chance of successfully realising new products, innovations and business ideas.
“No matter what your skill or technology there is sure to be an opportunity that needs it!”
This session will provide a forum for using the power of collaborating to overcome common business challenges such as obtaining funding, design issues, effective supply chain management and market intelligence. Or you may just be looking for new ideas to be a part of.
How will it work on the day?
The format will be professionally facilitated using interactive activities and discussions, designed to bring together small teams of potential collaborators around a business opportunity. The underlying theme is ‘Innovation’ and the day will bring together Start-ups, SMEs, Multinationals, Commercialisation partners, Academia, Funders & Investors.
A select few of the audience will be pitching while others will be supporting and involved in the discussions and break-out sessions afterwards.
How do I join in?
Do you have something to offer or something to ask …
- Do you have a unique or innovative skill, capability or service to offer?
- Are you looking for help, or a partner to get an idea off the ground?
- Do you have a specific challenge you’d like to solve?
Come along with an open mind and a willingness to participate.
Lorna Watson from Interface will be presenting on the day.
Highland Business Week 2023 organised by Inverness Chamber of Commerce will feature an exciting series of events including networking opportunities and seminars along with the well established Highland Spotlight business exhibition and Highland Business Awards lunch.
Highland Business Week will run from Monday 25 September through to Friday 29 September, providing Highland companies with excellent opportunities to make new business connections and celebrate their achievements.
The full programme of events will be published in due course – for further information follow the link below.